Discuss why rhetorician Marie Hochmuth Nichols believes that Burke is "difficult and often confusing." What can you present from the theory that illustrates her thinking? What response would you offer to Nichols in her assessment?

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary.

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____ is the dimension of how often self-disclosure occurs.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Marlon worked on a story about the increasing pollution in his city. It was a video report in which he included photographs of the city adversely affected by pollution. He recorded his voice, which went along with the video

Which format of the story did he work on? a) Voice-over b) Voicer c) Voice/Sound bite d) Voice

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A toast can be considered a speech of presentation

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Organizations have certain ______________ governing aspects of work life such as hiring, promotion, benefits, grievances, and medical leave.

a. rites b. roles c. rituals d. policies e. rules

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